Legal & Corp Sec · Singapore

Corporate Secretary & Legal Services for Singapore SMEs (2026)

From mandatory corporate secretary appointments to DIY contract templates — 5 options compared by an ex-banker.

Every Singapore-registered company must appoint a corporate secretary within six months of incorporation under Section 171 of the Companies Act — non-compliance can result in fines of up to S$5,000. Since June 2025, providers must also be registered as Corporate Service Providers (CSP) under the CSP Act, so checking registration status matters more than ever.

Below is a comparison of 5 options for Singapore SMEs — from full-service corporate secretarial firms to a self-service legal document platform for everyday contracts.

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Not sure which to pick? Quick guide:
• Want a tech-forward, full-service provider → Sleek
• Lowest annual cost, digitally savvy founder → HeySara
• Prefer a traditional, established firm → Rikvin
• Larger SME needing governance-heavy support → BoardRoom
• Need contracts/agreements, not a secretary → Zegal (legal document templates)

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Provider	Type	Starting Price	CSP Registered	Best For
Sleek	Full-Service Corp Sec	From ~S$300/yr	Yes	Tech-forward SMEs wanting a digital platform
HeySara	Digital-First Corp Sec	From S$199/yr	Yes	Lowest cost, digitally savvy founders
Rikvin	Traditional Corp Sec	From ~S$300/yr	Yes	Foreign founders, traditional service model
BoardRoom	Governance-Focused Corp Sec	Custom (broker-quoted)	Yes	Larger SMEs, listed-company-style governance
Zegal	Legal Document Platform	Subscription-based	N/A — not a CSP	DIY contracts, NDAs, employment agreements

Pricing shown is indicative as of June 2026 and varies by company complexity, change events, and add-on services. Verify current CSP registration status under ACRA’s Corporate Service Provider register before engaging any corporate secretary. This is not legal advice.

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A Closer Look at Each Option

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Sleek

Full-Service Corp Sec

A tech-forward provider offering corporate secretarial alongside accounting, tax, and incorporation services, with a client portal for document access and compliance tracking — good for SMEs that want everything under one digital roof.

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HeySara

Digital-First Corp Sec

At S$199/year, one of the most affordable corporate secretary plans available, covering statutory registers, board resolutions, annual return filing, and compliance tracking — has supported more than 2,000 companies in Singapore.

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Rikvin

Traditional Corp Sec

A long-established provider with a strong reputation among foreign entrepreneurs incorporating in Singapore, offering a more traditional, relationship-based service model alongside statutory compliance support.

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BoardRoom

Governance-Focused Corp Sec

Popular among medium and larger enterprises needing more advanced compliance and governance support — a fit once your company outgrows basic statutory filing needs and starts handling more complex corporate actions.

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Zegal

Legal Document Platform

Not a corporate secretary — a self-service platform with 2,000+ legal document templates covering contracts, NDAs, employment agreements, and shareholder matters, customisable without needing a lawyer for routine documents.

A Real Scenario

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A first-time founder once asked me whether they really needed a “proper” corporate secretary or could just use a free online template to appoint themselves. The issue: a corporate secretary appointment is a legal requirement, not optional admin — and increasingly, providers must be CSP-registered since June 2025. The bigger lesson for most SMEs though is the natural growth path: start with a low-cost digital provider at incorporation, then move to a fuller-service firm once share transfers, director changes, or AGMs start happening more often than once a year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I really need a corporate secretary?

Yes. Every company registered in Singapore must appoint a corporate secretary within six months of incorporation under Section 171 of the Companies Act. This is a legal requirement, not an optional service, and failing to comply can result in fines of up to S$5,000.

What does “CSP-registered” mean and why does it matter?

Since June 2025, all corporate secretarial providers must be registered with ACRA as Corporate Service Providers (CSP) under the CSP Act, meeting enhanced requirements for qualified staff and anti-money laundering compliance. Always verify a provider’s CSP registration status before engaging them.

Can I just use free contract templates instead of hiring a lawyer?

Templates (like those on Zegal) work well for routine, lower-risk documents such as NDAs or basic service agreements. For complex or high-stakes agreements — share transfers, shareholder disputes, or anything with significant financial exposure — engaging a lawyer to review or draft is safer, since templates can’t account for your specific situation.

How much does a corporate secretary cost in Singapore?

Outsourced corporate secretarial services typically range from S$199 to over S$1,500 per year depending on service scope, compared to an in-house hire averaging around S$4,000 per month. Most early-stage SMEs find outsourcing far more cost-effective than hiring in-house.

Can you help me with this?

I’m a former banker, not a lawyer or corporate secretary — so I don’t provide legal advice or secretarial services myself. What I can do is point you toward the right type of provider for your business stage and, where relevant, make a warm introduction. Message me on WhatsApp with your situation.

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